Nevin Adams, chief content officer for the American Association of Retired Persons, has announced that he will “retire” from his position on March 1, 2023, after a career in employee benefits spanning more than 30 years.
During his eight-year tenure at ARA, Adams, one of the retirement industry's most prolific writers, used ARA's publications, particularly NAPA-Net, to keep up with the latest developments in research and litigation among retirement industry professionals. We've changed it to a “must-read” status for reporting. , Regulation and Law.
Although he is no longer involved in day-to-day responsibilities, he continues to contribute content to various ARA publications and serves as the content leader for the NAPA 401(k) Summit, the nation's largest and most successful retirement planning advisor conference. I will continue to do so. Nevin & Fred, the popular podcast he co-founded with prominent ERISA attorney Fred Reisch, will also continue under the ARA brand.
“Here at the American Association of Retired Persons, we are pleased to recognize and celebrate retirement accomplishments,” said Brian H. Graf, CEO of the American Association of Retired Persons. “We are grateful for the leadership and contributions that Nevin has made to our organization as well as the private retirement system over his more than 30 years of service, and we look forward to his future contributions.” looking forward to it.”
Taking over the reins of ARA's media operations from Adams will be current magazine editor-in-chief John Sullivan. 401(k) specialistIn just a few short years, we've led the development of innovative media platforms for advisors, including our podcast series and the Top Advisors by Participant Outcomes (TAPO) recognition.
“I have admired John's work for many years and am pleased to have him lead the ARA media team as we develop new resources for the next generation of retirement plan professionals,” said Graff. I think so.''
“It's going to be a challenge to step into the big role left by Nevin, but I'm looking forward to it,” Sullivan added. “It will be impossible to replace his personality and professionalism, but to introduce innovation and ideas to leverage what he built for the benefit of ARA, its members, and all working Americans. I’m very excited about it.”
“It's an honor to be part of an organization that has made such a positive difference in retirement policy and Americans' retirement,” said Adams. “I have enjoyed comparing notes and experiences with John over the years. We have been talking for some time about finding an opportunity to actively collaborate and now it has come to fruition.” I’m really looking forward to the next phase of my career as I continue to work with people to ensure their retirement security.”
